Rapid7 Global Security Day 2026 Sydney

Rapid7's Flagship ANZ Event is Back, and Bigger Than Ever!

Global Security Day 2026 lands on 4 February at the Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park, bringing together security leaders, practitioners, and Rapid7 experts for a day of strategy, technical depth, and real-world insight.

This year, we’re doubling down on what matters most: modern detection and response, the rise of AI-enabled threats, and the practical guidance you need to protect your organisation in 2026.

What to expect:

Real-world security stories and candid lessons shared by our CISO panel
Expert-led deep dive into the evolving threat landscape in ANZ
A first look at Rapid7’s product roadmap for 2026
Actionable sessions tailored for CISOs, SOC leaders, and practitioners

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Location

Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

161 Elizabeth St,
Sydney NSW 2000

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Agenda

8:30 - 9:15
Registration & Networking
Collect your name badge, grab a coffee and brekkie, and connect with peers old and new.

9:15 - 9:30
Welcome Address
Simon Ractliffe, General Manager, APJ, Rapid7

9:30 - 10:00
Global Tensions, Local Impact: Inside ANZ’s Evolving Threat Landscape
Robin Long, Director, Regional CTO, Asia Pacific, Rapid7

Hear from Rapid7 Labs as we unpack the rapidly evolving threat landscape facing Australia and New Zealand. This session explores emerging threats, attacker motivations, and accelerating attack vectors across the region. Drawing on the latest frontline intelligence from Rapid7 Labs globally and locally, attendees will gain clear insight into who is targeting ANZ, the key Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) observed, and the actionable prevention and resilience tactics security leaders can apply to stay ahead in an increasingly complex threat environment.

10:00 - 10:45
Panel Discussion: Modern Detection & Response in an AI-Driven Threat Landscape
Dr. Kevin Tham, CISO, RDC.AI
Ivan Reutskiy, GM Security, 2degrees
Henry Wright, Cyber Security Manager, Komatsu Australia
Robin Long, Director, Regional CTO, Asia Pacific, Rapid7

The panel discussion session will feature security leaders across Manufacturing, Telco and Technology sectors exploring how modern detection and response strategies are evolving - particularly with the rise of AI-enabled threats. The discussion will highlight how organisations are leveraging Rapid7 MDR and the Command Platform, transforming SOC workflows, operationalising real-time visibility, and strengthening incident response maturity. This panel aims to give attendees a practical, behind-the-scenes view of what high-performing SecOps teams look like in 2026, offering candid insights, hard-won lessons, and actionable guidance they can take back to their own environments.

10:45 - 11:00
Networking Break

11:00 - 11:30
Fireside Chat with the ACT Government
Julian Valtas, CISO, ACT Government
Jordan Del-Grande, CEO & Managing Director, DGplex

Join us for a candid fireside chat with the ACT Government as their CISO shares the journey of maturing their Cyber Security Operations Centre through a strong focus on people, process, and technology. The discussion will explore how the ACT Government has scaled modern detection and response, navigated the unique regulatory and operational realities of a government environment, and delivered tangible security outcomes through its partnership with security vendors, offering practical lessons for organisations facing similar challenges.

11:30 - 12:00
What’s Next for the Rapid7 Command Platform
David Coleman, Director, Sales Engineering, APJ, Rapid7

Get an inside look at how our platform is evolving to meet the realities of modern security operations. This session will walk through our product roadmap, highlight upcoming capabilities and recent innovations, and unpack how our platform strategy is designed to simplify SecOps, improve visibility, and accelerate response across the attack surface.

12:00
Closing Remarks
Simon Ractliffe, General Manager, APJ, Rapid7

12:00 - 14:00
Lunch & Networking

14:00
Event Concludes